What "works of the LORD" should we remember to strengthen our faith today? The Verse That Frames Our Study “Great are the works of the LORD; they are pondered by all who delight in them.” (Psalm 111:2) Why Remembering Matters • Remembering fuels worship (Psalm 103:2). • Remembering produces endurance (Hebrews 12:3). • Remembering guards against fear and drift (Deuteronomy 8:11–14). Foundational Works to Recall Today • Creation’s Majesty – Genesis 1:1 “The earth was formless and void…”—yet God spoke order out of chaos. – Romans 1:20 reminds us His eternal power is still “clearly seen” in what He has made. – Every sunrise preaches, “God keeps His word” (Genesis 8:22). • Deliverance from Egypt – Exodus 14:13–14: the Red Sea parts, showing God rescues when the way seems blocked. – 1 Corinthians 10:1–2 ties Israel’s crossing to our baptism—He still brings people through impossible waters. • Provision in the Wilderness – Exodus 16:13–18: daily manna—enough for each day, no hoarding needed. – Matthew 6:11: Jesus echoes that rhythm, “Give us today our daily bread.” • Giving of the Law – Exodus 20: the moral foundation that still defines right and wrong. – Psalm 19:7: “The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul.” • Entry into the Promised Land – Joshua 3:14–17: Jordan River stands in a heap during flood stage—God clears obstacles to His promises. – Hebrews 4:8–11: points us to the greater rest we enter by faith. • Preservation Through Exile and Return – Ezra 1:1: God stirs a pagan king’s heart—He governs kings and timelines. – Lamentations 3:22–23: new mercies cradle a bruised nation, and us as well. • The Incarnation – John 1:14: “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” – Philippians 2:6–8: His humility shows God’s willingness to step into our dust. • The Cross and Resurrection – 1 Peter 2:24: sins carried on the tree. – 1 Corinthians 15:3–4: buried, raised, and seen—historical anchors for unshakable hope. • The Gift of the Holy Spirit – Acts 2:1–4: wind and fire fill ordinary people with power. – Romans 8:11: the same Spirit now lives in us, guaranteeing life. • Birth and Growth of the Church – Acts 2:41: three thousand saved in a day—God still multiplies faith. – Matthew 16:18: Hell’s gates still cannot prevail. • Personal Providence and Guidance – Psalm 37:23–24: steps ordered, falls upheld. – James 1:17: every good gift now is another “work” to be noticed and praised. • Future Restoration – Revelation 21:1–5: new heaven, new earth, every tear wiped away. – 2 Peter 3:13: righteousness will be at home—our hope sealed by past faithfulness. Practical Ways to Keep These Works Fresh • Keep a running “works journal”—note answered prayers and daily mercies. • Weave Scripture memory into routine: rehearse verses tied to each work. • Retell God’s acts in conversation; testimony cements truth (Psalm 78:4). • Sing hymns and worship songs that recount biblical history. • Mark the calendar with “remember” days: creation on day one of the month, resurrection every Sunday, etc. A Closing Thought to Carry Forward If God’s past actions are “great” and His nature is unchanging (Malachi 3:6), every remembered work is a down payment on the steadfast help He offers today. |
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